I just don't know what ot say about this book. It was a great read. It had humor, sadness, and romance., all the necessary things for an awesome book. It was a quick and easy read

That is one outspoken lady. The duke picks her name from a list. But when he meets her she peaks his interest. So many secrets between them makes the book difficult to get into at first. The story did pick up to be more like other books I have read of this author. And his mother is not one I would want to spend time with. How controlling can she be! The characters did give me strong opinions which always makes for a good book.

This book started out slow for me. It took me awhile to get into it. I’d have liked to see fewer secrets and more spice. Not sure I’ll read more by this author.

Entertaining, engaging read. Book 2 in this series, you have a common type of romance ie man needs to wed, women is offered and also needs to wed so accepts. Their marriage wasn't built on love but they weren't expecting the attraction and to fit either. However secrets can make or break their story. Grey did a great job of telling the story in a way that made the reader feel like it was new and exciting. If you read book 1 there are some returning familiars if you didn't don't let that stop you from reading the 2nd.

Cute story! When Rick is with his mom and feeling ill, he randomly picks a name on a list of eligible women to make his mom leave him alone. He’s stunned a few days later when Edwina shows up at his door to accept his proposal. She is desperate to help her and her sisters marry before people discover they are rare triplets.

I would have liked the romance to be a little spicier, but did enjoy their love story and the adventures of her sisters.

Thanks to the publisher for a review copy via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

"Sincerely, The Duke" is the second book in the Say I Do series. This book starts slow but has a strong ending. Edwina Fine is in London looking for a husband to fulfill a promise to her father. She is one of the only surviving sets of triplets, and superstition has affected her and her sisters' lives. A proposal letter from a Duke seems like the answer to her prayers if she can keep her birth a secret.

Rick, Duke of Stonerick, has a mysterious fever (likely malaria) and fears for his life. Needing an heir, Rick picks a name from a list while drunk and sends a proposal. Lust at first sight gives Rick and Edwina a stronger start than most marriages of convenience. During their slow engagement, Rick and Edwina find love and start looking for husbands for her sisters. Their secrets cause problems, but love wins out for a happy ending.

Edwina's journey in London is filled with challenges. As a member of a surviving set of triplets, she has faced societal prejudices and superstitions. Her determination to fulfill her father's promise and secure a future for herself and her sisters adds depth to her character. The proposal from the Duke seems like a solution, but keeping her birth a secret becomes a significant obstacle she must navigate.

Rick's character is complex, dealing with his mysterious illness and the pressure to produce an heir. His decision to send a proposal while intoxicated adds an element of unpredictability to the story. The initial lust between Rick and Edwina provides a strong foundation for their relationship, but their slow engagement allows their love to develop naturally. They also take on the task of finding suitable husbands for Edwina's sisters, which adds another layer to the narrative.

The secrets both characters harbor create tension and drive the plot forward. Despite these challenges, their love ultimately prevails, leading to a satisfying and happy ending. The book explores themes of love, duty, and societal expectations, making it a thought-provoking read.

I appreciated the well-developed characters, though I wished the pacing was faster. The story's slow start might deter some readers, but the strong ending makes it worth the read. Despite this book not being as strong as the first in the series, I am still interested in reading the next installment.

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin Press who provided me with a copy of this ebook for my honest review.

I lobe love loved this book! I love how submerged in the regency period that Amelia Grey takes me to. I loved the characters and this is the 2nd book in her I do series. I can't wait for the next book in the series. Love!!!

This book reminded me why I went through such a historical romance phase years ago! This was such a sweet, fun read and I absolutely loved the two MCs. The plot kept me engaged and snickering throughout, and the romance was *chefs kiss*. 5/5, already recommended and read book 1!

Edwina Fine is one of a set of triplets that were raised in relative seclusion due to superstition about triplets in the ton. She made a promise to her late father to find matches for herself and her two siblings. Edwina’s job became easier when the Duke of Stonerick, Rick, picks her name off a list to be his betrothed, sight unseen. Rick must find a mate and produce an heir after he has been beset by debilitating headaches. Edwina keeps her secret of being a triplet and Rick does not share that he is ill. The book dragged a bit as there was a slow burn until they finally got together. I also found Edwina’s insistence on finding her reluctant sister’s matches annoying. Rick is a saint for putting up with it all! While this book is part of a series, it could easily be read on its own.

DNF

I unfortunately couldn't get into this one. Everything about it was very "fine", that I just ended up losing interest. The writing also wasn't my favorite.

This was my first Amelia Grey but it certainly won’t be my last! I really enjoyed her characters and world building.

3.5 - 4 stars

I haven't had the best of luck recently with historical romances but was pleasantly surprised with this one. The characters were pretty well written, but the storyline didn't hold my interest as much as I'd hoped. Rick's character was a "little" more likable to me than Edwina's, but not by much. I think my favorite parts were the side characters 😉.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

"Sincerely, The Duke" by Amelia Grey is a delightful historical romance that blends humor, heart, and a dash of mystery. The story follows Miss Edwina Fine, a young woman with a secret, who jumps at the chance to marry the Duke of Stonerick after receiving his marriage proposal by mail. However, their first meeting in person sparks an undeniable attraction that neither was expecting.

Grey skillfully crafts a romance that is both charming and steamy. Edwina is a strong-willed heroine who refuses to be constrained by the expectations of her time. Her witty banter and brave spirit make her an engaging protagonist. The Duke, Rick, is a complex hero - outwardly carefree but haunted by a recurring illness that threatens his future. Their relationship develops naturally, with both characters learning to trust and open up to each other.

The novel's historical setting is vividly rendered, with Grey capturing the social mores and superstitions of Regency England. The author also touches on themes of family, secrets, and finding love in unexpected places. The supporting cast, including Rick's meddling but well-meaning mother, add further humor and heart to the story.

While the pacing can be a bit uneven at times, "Sincerely, The Duke" is an overall delightful and engaging read. Fans of historical romance will find much to enjoy in this charming tale of two people overcoming their pasts to find love.

Absolutely horrendous and a waste of my Saturday. Listen, I love historical romance books, but this one was a dumpster fire. When the main plot points are she’s a red headed triplet and made a promise to her dying father that she would make sure her sisters were wed because she was a the “runt of the litter.” And he gets fevers…you’ve lost me.🫠 Not to mention he chooses her based off of a name on a list. Not very romantic. There’s also of course the confusing writing that reads more like a Wattpad story than a story that should be published. (I know there were some good Wattpad books and some of them even became published but we know the ones I’m talking about). It almost seemed like the author watched the show “Dickinson,” (where they sometimes talk with modern day slang) and was like “Yup, I know exactly how regency era people talk. Let me write a book.” When she couldn’t figure out what to say she threw in some modern linguistics to help her fill in some conversations. Will never recommend this book.

This is a great way to spend a weekend. This story moves so quickly, I couldn’t read it fast enough. I really enjoyed the chemistry between Edwina & the Duke, is was fun to watch it morph throughout the story. Well don.

Amelia Grey's SINCERELY, THE DUKE is a satisfying and enjoyable romance, but Edwina's secret and motivations seem a bit silly at times--even with the historical context. Also, she is quite naive...sometimes unnecessarily so. However, the whole premise/meet-cute of the Duke sending a proposal to Edwina at random and by mail is hilarious. Their chemistry is believable. I do think there were some lost opportunities of digging into intergenerational trauma in both families, but, nonetheless, it's still an entertaining read.

I received this from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This is book 2 in the Say I do series. This was just an okay read. I just thought it got a little silly. Edwina is a triplet and goes to crazy to try and hide it. I just could not understand why. It was a little ridiculous to me. Other than that it was a pretty good read. I am looking for more in the series.

3.75

Edwina and Rick came together in the most unusual way. They decided to make a marriage of convenience that would benefit both of them. Rick had adjusted well and grew emotionally during the time they were married. Overall, the book was nice.

I didn’t love it, but it was a great read. Not a huge fan of main characters keeping secrets from each other, but I like the way their relationship developed.

3.5 Stars

Sincerely, The Duke was an enjoyable read featuring a romance between a duke and a woman hiding a secret from the world.

Miss Edwina Fine has one chance to find a husband before the ton finds out the secret she's been hiding about her and her sisters. When she receives a marriage proposal from the Duke of Stonerick by mail, Edwina knows this is the answer to her prayers. Rick enjoys his life exactly as it is but after a recurring illness returns, it reminds Rick that he has no heir and needs to marry. With pressure from his mother, Rick picks a name from a list she presents and sends out a simple proposal before promptly forgetting about it. But when Edwina arrives on his doorstep, Rick is captivated by her boldness and suddenly marriage doesn't seem like such a bad thing.

The premise of this series, sending out marriage proposals by mail, is such a fun one and like the first book, I really enjoyed enjoyed how it plays out in this book. Sincerely, The Duke opens with Rick visiting his mother who is lamenting the fact Rick isn't married and doesn't have children while his cousin does. Rick's exasperation with his mother was amusing and I loved how it led to him choosing a random name from a list and sending out a marriage proposal to a woman he had never met. When Edwina arrives, Rick had entirely forgotten what happened and it was a great first meeting between the two.

I liked Edwina and Rick together and thought the connection that formed between them was great. Edwina is outspoken and Rick really likes that about her which I loved. Their relationship progresses pretty quickly and there's a scene at the start of their marriage that was hilarious which set the tone for a number of their interactions. One thing I didn't really love about their romance is that they both keep things from each other initially. Edwina hides the fact she is a triplet for so long and Rick keeps his recurring illness hidden from Edwina. There's also a ton of superstitious nonsense in the book centered around Edwina's character which got old pretty quickly. Aside from those two issues, I did like the pair's romance and thought it developed nicely over the course of the book.

Overall Sincerely, The Duke was a great read and I'm looking forward to picking up the next book in the series, Love, The Duke, when it releases next year.